Visitor's Tech FAQ
From NCEAS Knowledge Base
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Connect to the NCEAS network
Ethernet: Plug in a cable, most computers will auto-configure the network setttings using dhcp.
Wifi: Find a CD containing the WiFi key and follow the instructions here: How to connect to the NCEAS wireless network
Send Email
If your academic institution or ISP does not allow sending email from outside its network you can use NCEAS' email server. Change the SMTP server in your email program to mail.nceas.ucsb.edu. Remember to write down the name of your current SMTP server so that you can change it back when you leave NCEAS.
See our list of printers to find one close to you and follow the setup instructions at Printing at NCEAS.
SMART whiteboards
Both conference rooms and the lounge area are equipped with SMART whiteboards which takes collaboration to a new level. More information is available here
Common computers and laptop loans
Located in our Vislab (Room 313) are several shared computers that are hooked up to the Internet and available for your use. These Windows, Macintosh and Linux machines feature a broad array of Internet, Office, Graphics, and Scientific/Analytical application software. If you cannot locate the package that you need, please ask one of the computing support staff for assistance. We also have available a limited number of laptops (Windows/Mac/Linux) that can be loaned out for computing during a workshop.
Remote communication
We have a regular conferencing phone and a Polycom video conferencing system available for use upon request (contact Thomas, Art, or Nick).
Temporary Network Storage
A visitor account provides login access to a storage area where files can be shared anywhere within our network. The password is displayed on machines in our Common Access areas. Temporary Network Storage
